Uncommon Schools
Education
Director,Compensation
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“Director, Compensation at Uncommon Schools. Skills: Compensation analysis, Market competitiveness, Talent goals, Project management. Run compensation studies. Provide workforce analyses”
What You'll Achieve.
Ensure pay structures remain market competitive; Ensure pay structures remain equitable; Ensure pay structures aligned with talent goals; Assess quality of compensation plans; Ensure salary offers comply with policies; Ensure salary offers comply with federal requirements; Ensure salary offers comply with state requirements
Industry & Context.
Turning complex data into clear decisions; Turning complex data into meaningful action
At least three days each week at Central Office, Minimal travel, Quarterly school visits, Routine local travel, Occasional travel to regions
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree required, 7 to 9 years experience, Directly relevant experience, Relevant experience includes general HR, Experience working in K-12 schools, Significant experience gathering data, Experience with quantitative analysis, Direct experience with project management, Familiarity with HRIS systems, Familiarity with compensation systems
Nice to Have
Workday preferred, Process improvement work preferred
What You'll Do.
Run compensation studies
Provide workforce analyses
Present findings to leaders
Conduct audits of staff compensation
Oversee project management
Manage annual compensation communications
Manage compensation-related policies
Create learning experiences
Manage learning experiences
Facilitate learning experiences
Serve as first point of contact
Train staff on compensation plans
Support staff on compensation plans
Serve as liaison for compensation matters
Build working relationships
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Partner across schools; Partner across regional teams; Partner across Home Office; Liaison with Recruitment; Liaison with HR; Liaison with Payroll; Liaison with Accounting; Liaison with Operations
Communication Scope
Clear communication; Thoughtful communication; Accessible guidance
Process & Methodology
Project management, Process improvement
Full Job Description
Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing public charter schools dedicated to providing an exceptional K-12 education in economically disadvantaged communities. Operating in Boston, Camden, New York City, Newark, and Rochester, we are committed to closing the college completion gap and preparing every student for college and beyond. Our students consistently exceed national benchmarks , reflecting our dedication to their success. Weinvest deeply in our educators , offering weekly coaching, feedback, and professional development to ensure excellence in teaching and leadership. Join us to work hard, do good, and make a lasting difference! Are you ready to use your compensation expertise to help shape the experience of educators and staff who serve thousands of students each day? As Director, Compensation on our Total Rewards team, you'll drive the analysis, execution, and communication behind how Uncommon Schools rewards the people who power our mission. You'll partner across schools, regional teams, and our Home Office to inform pay structures that are market competitive, equitable, and financially responsible, directly supporting our ability to attract and retain the talent our students deserve. This is a role for someone who enjoys turning complex data into clear decisions and meaningful action. Responsibilities Lead Compensation Analysis and Market Studies * Run 2 to 3 regional and Home Office compensation studies each year to help ensure pay structures remain market competitive, equitable, and aligned with our talent goals * Provide regular workforce analyses to assess the quality of compensation plans and programs, generating reports, analyzing data, and presenting findings to leaders * Conduct frequent audits of staff compensation to ensure salary offers comply with internal policies and federal and state requirements, including FLSA Manage Annual Compensation Processes and Projects * Oversee project management of large, high-stakes initiatives
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